Economic experts say that enthusiasm could carry over into the playoffs.
stone. LOUIS — Even though the Cardinals didn’t win their last regular-season home game, this season was memorable and had a huge impact on fans and downtown business.
Arch Apparel assistant manager Matthew Sanders said the magic of Cardinals baseball has people running to the racks. They had one of the biggest weekends of the year.
“We’ve been dealing with a lot of sales. So we’ve had to move products from store to store to get enough anywhere to keep people happy and get what they want. And we There’s always more coming in,” Sanders said.
Their location on the ballpark allows them to connect with fans and the game in a more personal way, Sanders said.
“It’s great. It feels like we’re really part of the community now and part of the Cardinals experience. The whole season is really special because it’s a farewell tour and everything. So being here, being a part of it is really It’s cool,” Sanders said.
Regardless of the game, Cardinals fans will have to be there at some point this season to watch Albert Pujols, Adil Molina and Adam Wainwright play together for the last time.
“Certainly attendance is good for the team, and I’d say their trio is at least a $10 million hit to the Cardinals business, let alone downtown St. Louis. St. Louis,” Washington said Patrick Risher, director of the university’s sports business program.
Rishe said the energy will likely carry into the playoffs.
“Anyway, we’re going to do good ticket sales during the playoffs. But I think, especially knowing that this is Yadi and Albert’s last run, there’s going to be an extra burst of demand and secondary prices may be higher than they’ve been in years past. Much higher,” Rishe said.
St. The St. Louis Cardinals will host a best-of-three wild-card series at Busch Stadium in October. 7-9.